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PRAGUE TOURIST INFORMATION

Welcome to PRAGUE-VACATION ´s Prague Tourist Information & Travel Guide site. As we would like to be your best TOURIST GUIDE in PRAGUE we have preapared some useful information for you about Prague and Czech Republic, to make your holiday as perfect as possible. Here you can find a wide range of useful tourist information about PRAGUE as important phone numbers, information about prague public transportation, actual exchange rates, valid currencies and information for drivers.

PRAGUE is an amazing city and thanks to its beautiful historical monuments, reasonible prices and maybe also thanks to its cheap and tasty beer is one of the most visited city in Prague.

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

Emergency call 112
Ambulance service phone 155
Police phone 158
Fire emergency phone 150
Municipal police phone 156
Emergency road service phone 1230, 1240
General information phone 12 444
Directory inquiries (Prague and the whole Czech Republic) phone 1180
Directory inquiries (international) - both telephone and fax numbers, call services and prices phone 1181

PRAGUE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

Tariffs

Transfer tickets
Tickets for two fare zones can be used 75 minutes from validation. On working days from 08.00 PM to 05.00 AM and on Saturdays and Sundays round the clock such tickets can be used 90 minutes from validation.

For adult persons over 15 years its costs 20 CZK

For children from 6 up to 15 years inclusive it costs 10 CZK

Non-transfer tickets
apply to trams and buses 20 minutes allowing no change. On the Metro such tickets are valid for the distance of 5 stations from the station of validation (not including the station of validation) allowing to change between the lines A,B,C, but no longer than 30 minutes. These tickets do not apply to night routes and funicular railway.

For adult persons over 15 years it costs 14 CZK

For children from 6 up to 15 years inclusive it costs 7 CZK

Short-term tickets

24-hour ticket 80 CZK
3-day ticket (72 hours) 220 CZK
7-day ticket (168 hours) 280 CZK
15-day ticket (360 hours) 320 CZK

Travel Information Centres provide all substantial information about public transport operation, routes, timetables, etc. Information is provided in Czech, English, German and Russian, and that also by phone. If you visit some of the bellow mentioned Travel Information Centres you can buy e.g. the following: timetables of tram and bus services (from any stop you like) map of Prague with PT network information chart of PT network timetables of night tram and bus services publications dealing with the history and the present of public transport in Prague.

CURRENCY

Czech republic became a member of Europien Union in May 2004 but it will take few more years when EUR will be a valid currency in our country. At the moment the valid currecny is the CZECH CROWN. You can check here the valid czech paper moneys: http://www.cnb.cz/en/plat_bankovky.php

CREDIT CARDS

It is not a problem at all to use it, it is acceptable nearly in every restaurant, shopping centre, tourist centers, bars and pubs, pensions and hotels.

ATM machines

In the city centrum you can find them nearly on every corner, in the undergrounds, at the banks and in the shopping centres.

CHANGE

In the city centrum you can find plenty of them but be careful, because the most of them charge an extra comission intead of they they present that there is not comission. We highly recommend the KAPROVA 15 EXCHANGE, located at the Old town square where they do not charge any extra fees. To check the actual exchange rates click here www.exchange.cz

A perfect calculator has also the Komercni banka : http://www.kb.cz/NASA/rateList/SRVRate?lng=en

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR DRIVERS

Are you coming to Prague by car? Then it is deffinitely very usefull to find out some information about local TRAFFIC REGULATIONS, about MOTORWAY TOLLS, the cost of the PETROL, or for which BORDER to decide, so you do not have to wait for a long time.

All these handy information are provided by our local carclubs. http://www.uamk.cz/

Are you afraid that your car might get broken during a long jorney? Do not panic!!! Just remember this unique telephone number 1230, on which motorists can ask for help in emergency situations and whenever needed. Calling from abroad, the number will be preceded with the country and city code: ++4202 1230. This service is available 24 hours a day and 365/366 days per year.

We wish you a safe and pleasant trip on the road!!!

PLACES OF INTEREST

PRAGUE CASTLE

The interiors of the historic monuments are accessible to view with the ticket of Prague Castle Administration. The gardens of Prague castle are open daily 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. (free entrance).

Monuments accessible with a ticket
The Old Royal Palace, the St. Vitus' Cathedral - the historical part (the choir, crypt and tower), the basilica of St. George, the Mihulka ramparts, the Golden Lane are part of sighseeing tour of the Prague Castle.
The most of the monuments are accessible for the wheel-chairs.(St. Vitus Cathedral (the main entrance), Old Royal Palace (Vladislav Hall), St. George Basilica, Prague Castle Gallery, Royal Summer Palace, Ball-game Hall, Imperial Stables, Spanish Hall, Rudolph's Gallery from the Broad Corridor, the Gardens of the Prague Castle, WC near St. Vitus Cathedral.)

The Changing of the Guard take place every hour on the hour. At noon it includes a fanfare and the flag ceremony on the Ist courtyards..

Tour A: (St Vitus's Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace, the Basilica of St George, the Powder Tower and the Golden Land /Dalibor Tower)
Tour B: (St Vitus's Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace and the Golden Lane /Dalibor Tower)
Tour C: (the Golden Lane /Dalibor Tower)

Tickets:

TOUR A full price 350 CZK, halp price 175 CZK, Falimy Tickets 520 CZK

TOUR B full price 220 CZK, halp price 110 CZK, Falimy Tickets 330 CZK

TOUR C full price 50 CZK, Falimy Tickets 100 CZK

CHARLES BRIDGE

Karlův most joins Staré Město (Old Town) and the Malá Strana (Little Quarter) and is one of the world's most beautiful bridges. The bridge was built in 1357, but the figures of saints were added during the 17th century. They symbolise the confidence of the Catholic Austrian's triumph over the Protestant Hussites. The bridge is thronged all day with tourists, while at night it offers wonderful views of the illuminated castle and Old Town. Go at dawn to be alone and witness the saints emerging from the mist.

WENCESLAS SQUARE

Václavské náměstí is actually a boulevard running down from the National Museum and the equestrian statue of Saint Wenceslas to Můstek, formerly the site of of a city gate and drawbridge. This is where crowds traditionally come to demonstrate against their incomperent rulers, and this was where, in 1989, thousands gathered to shake their keys in celebration of the death of the Communist Party. Rows of shops, hotels (note the Art Nouveau glory of Hotel Europa) and nightclubs flank the pavements, and by night it can get a bit sleasy. Thankfully, there are plans to rid the square of cars, bury the highway in front of the museum in a tunnel and have tram N°11 make a come-back.

MUNICIPAL HOUSE / Obecní Dům

The magnificent Obecní Dům building holds two restaurants, a super café, an American bar, a gallery, shop and classical music venue. Built between 1905 and 1910 in the architecturally stunning Art Nouveau style, the Municipal House has been painstakingly restored to its former glory. It was here that the Czechoslovakian state was signed into being on October 28, 1918. It was also here in 1989 that communist bureaucrats and revolution leaders of the Civic Forum discussed the velvet transfer of power and the state's transformation to democracy.

NATIONAL THEATRE / Národní divadlo

This lavish neo-Renaissance building on the bank of the Vltava, with its golden crown of chariot-driving women, is Prague's National Theatre. The building was completed in 1881 and was almost immediately destroyed by fire. It reopened in 1883. See Events for the current programme.

OLD TOWN SQUARE / Staroměstské náměstí

The indisputable heart of Prague. This vast open space is flanked by a pleasing blend of carefully restored architectural styles: Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and neo-styles. The square is notable for its constant hum of activity, day and night, and a long history as centre stage for so many of the city's defining moments, from the execution of preacher J. Želivský in 1422, to the attacks on Soviet tanks with Molotov cocktails in 1968. Towering above the square, half-hidden behind a row of houses, is the fairy-turreted Týn Church. The centrepiece of the square is a memorial to Jan Hus. It was draped in swastikas by the Nazis and in black cloth to mourn the passing of the Prague Spring.

TOWN HALL 7 ASTRONOMICAL CLOCK / Staromestská radnice

The 14th century Town Hall complex features a tower with an astronomical clock, added in the 15th century. Every hour on the hour Jesus and his disciples lead a pageant that includes the allegorical figures of Death, the Turk, the Miser, the Fool and the Rooster. It sounds more impressive than it actually is, but it's still worth a look. The climb or lift up the tower is rewarded by the stunning views. Admission 50/40/10Kč.

VYŠEHRAD

The rocky cliff-top boasts Prague's second castle. In the hearts and minds of many Czechs, Vyšehrad symbolises the birth of the Czech nation and is shrouded in legend and myth. This is apparently the spot where Princess Libuše stood and predicted the rise of a great city. Literally translated as 'high castle', it was probably founded in the middle of the 10th century. In 972 Prince Boleslav II built the royal mint here, and in 1085 Vratislav II selected it as his residence. Over the following centuries successive kings remodelled the palace and fortress, but moved their permanent home across the river. Within the fortress confines is the national cemetery (Vyšehradský hřbitov), which from the 1870s became the final resting place of many of the most famous Czech writers and composers, including Jan Neruda, Bedřich Smetana and Antonín Dvořák.

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JEWISH MUSEUM

Prague's Jewish community was one of the oldest in Europe, and rich in history, legend and tragedy. Here, the story goes, Rabbi Loew created the Golem nearly half a millennium ago.

The community was confined to a ghetto until 1781 when Josef II issued the Edict of Tolerance. This edict permitted the free exercise of religion and the secularisation of education, science and art. The Jewish town is called Josefov to this day in honour of Josef II.

The exhibitions of the Jewish Museum in Prague are located in six historic sites:

The Maisel Synagogue, The Pinkas Synagogue, The Spanish Synagogue, The Old Jewish Cemetery, The Klausen Synagogue, The Ceremonial Hall

Opening hours> November - March 9 am - 4.30 pm, April - October 9 am- 6 pm

The museum is open every day except Saturdays and Jewish holidays.

Entrance fees: The Jewish Museum in Prague
Admission charges
Adults - 300 CZK
Under 15s, students and senior citizens - CZK 200.-
Under 6s - free
Tickets valid for the Robert Guttmann Gallery

International Dialing Codes

Australia 0061
Austria 0043
Belgium 0032
Canada 001
Denmark 0045
France 0033
Germany 0049
Great Britain 0044
Greece 0030
Italy 0039
Japan 0081
Netherlands 0031
Norway 0047
Poland 0048
Russia 007
Slovakia 00421
Sweden 0046
Spain 0034
Switzerland 0041
USA 001
Czech Republic 00420

Embassies

- Austria - Victora Huga 10, 151 15 Praha 5, phone 257 090 511, fax 257 316 045
- Belgium - Valdstejnska 6, 118 01 Praha 1, phone 257 533 283 - 287, fax 257 533 750
- Brazil - Susicka 12, 160 41 Praha 6, phone 224 324 965, fax 224 312 901
- Canada - Muchova 6, 160 00 Praha 6, phone 272 101 800, fax 272 101 890
- Denmark - Maltezske nam. 5, 118 01 Praha 1, phone 257 531 600, fax 257 531 410
- Finland - Hellichova 1, 118 00 Praha 1, phone 257 007 130, fax 257 007 132
- France - Velkoprevorske nam. 2, 118 01 Praha 1, phone 251 171 711, fax 251 171 720
- Germany - Vlasska 19, 118 01 Praha 1, phone 527 531 481, fax 257 534 056
- Great Britain - Thunovska 14, 118 00 Praha 1, phone 257 402 111, fax 257 402 296
- Greece - Spanelska 14, 120 00 Praha 2, phone 222 250 955, fax 222 253 686
- Hungary - Ceskomalinska 20, 160 00 Praha 6, phone 233 324 454, fax 233 322 104
- Italy - Nerudova 20, 118 00 Praha 1, phone 233 080 111, fax 257 531 522
- Ireland - Trziste 13, 118 00 Praha 1, phone 257 530 061, fax 257 531 387
- Izrael - Badeniho 2, 170 01 Praha 7, phone 233 097 500, fax 233 097 519
- Japan - Maltezske nam. 6, 118 01 Praha 1, phone 257 533 546, fax 257 532 377
- Netherlands - Gotthardska 6, 160 00 Praha 6, phone 224 312 190, fax 224 312 160
- Norway - Hellichova 1, 118 00 Praha 1, phone 257 323 737, fax 257 326 827
- Poland - Valdstejska 8, 118 01 Praha 1, phone 257 530 388, fax 257 530 135
- Russia - Pod Kastany 1, 160 00 Praha 6, phone 233 374 100, fax 233 377 235
- Slovakia - Pod Hradbami 1, 160 00 Praha 6, phone 233 321 441, fax 233 324 289
- Spain - Pevnostni 9, 162 00 Praha 6, phone 224 311 441, fax 233 341 770
- Sweden - Úvoz 13, 118 01 Praha 1, phone 220 313 200, fax 220 313 240
- Switzerland - Pevnostni 7, 162 01 Praha 6, phone 220 400 611, fax 224 311 312
- Ukraine - Charlese de Gaulla 29, 160 00 Praha 6, phone 233 342 000, fax 233 344 366
- USA - Trziste 15, 118 01 Praha 1, phone 257 530 663, fax 257 530 583

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